HDFC ERGO General Insurance Claims Settlement Ratio Analysis for 2024-25

HDFC ERGO General Insurance Co. Ltd. has released its claims data for the period 2024-25, showcasing its efficiency in handling a substantial volume of claims.  

The data reveals a comprehensive overview of the claims processed, paid, and outstanding during this period. 

Claims Overview for 2024-25 

During the period 2024-25, HDFC ERGO General Insurance Co. Ltd. managed a total of 32,74,917 claims. At the beginning of the period, there were 1,47,411 claims outstanding. Throughout the year, 32,47,926 new claims were booked.  

The company successfully paid 31,74,917 claims, while 54,002 claims were repudiated. Additionally, 31,612 claims were closed, leaving 1,34,806 claims outstanding at the end of the period. 

Age Analysis of Number of Claims Paid (%)  

Claim Settlement Ratio as a Performance Indicator  

Claim settlement ratio reflects the percentage of claims settled by an insurer out of the total claims received in a given period.  

IRDAI data focuses on claims settled within 3 months, as timely settlement is a key indicator of operational efficiency in health and general insurance. 

Age Analysis of Claims Paid 

The age analysis of claims paid by HDFC ERGO during this period highlights the company's prompt settlement practices. A significant 98.85% of claims were settled within 3 months.  

A smaller percentage, 0.42%, were settled between 3 to 6 months, and 0.18% took 6 months to less than 1 year.  

Claims settled between 1 year to less than 3 years accounted for 0.40%, while those settled between 3 years to less than 5 years and beyond 5 years were 0.09% and 0.06%, respectively. 

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Claims Repudiation and Closure 

HDFC ERGO's data also provides insights into claims repudiation and closure. Out of the total claims handled, 54,002 were repudiated.  

The company closed 31,612 claims during the period, reflecting its commitment to resolving claims efficiently. The remaining 1,34,806 claims were carried forward as outstanding at the end of the period. 

Conclusion 

HDFC ERGO General Insurance Co. Ltd.'s claims data for 2024-25 demonstrates its capability to manage a large volume of claims efficiently. With a high percentage of claims settled within 3 months, the company showcases its commitment to prompt service and customer satisfaction. 

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